Introduction To Fencing Sport

The sport of fencing developed out of the formalized sword duel.

Introduction to fencing sport.

Falling to the side results in a 1 metre retreat. Introduction to competitions fencing sport club. An introduction to fencing. If you have been looking for a new sport for yourself or your child our youth and teen and adult intro classes will be the best way to try fencing.

Fencing is the sport of sword fighting. What can be more exciting than learning to use a sword. Sport fencing is one of four sports that has been in every modern olympic games since 1896. An introduction to sport fencing two men meet on a field of honor their blades at ready.

There are three weapons in fencing foil epee and saber. The piste is 14 metres long and 1 5 metres wide. Fencing is considered the european martial art and allows participants to develop coordination balance and flexibility making it an ideal means of keeping fit for all ages and abilities. Although the use of swords dates to prehistoric times and swordplay to ancient civilizations the organized sport of fencing began only at the end of the 19th century.

Fencing is a high speed and high intensity sport. Here s a brief outline of fencing its benefits and why it is an accessible sport for all. Whether you want to fence just to swordfight with your friends or to be an. Falling off at the end results in a point for your opponent.

The duel of honor which first became prevalent in the early 16th century may have had roots in both the single combats of the medieval tournament and in the notion of trial by combat which dated to norman times. Introduction to fencing classes will teach you the basics of the sport and a chance to learn the different weapons. The piste is sometimes referred to as the strip or playing area. There are several levels of fencing competitions depending on age and if the competitions are used for national ranking.

This beginning fencing program introduces participants to the sport of fencing and gives them the basic fundamentals needed to start fencing and develop basic skills. In a moment they will be at each other each trying desperately to find a weakness in their opponent s defense so that their blade might find it s mark. A good fencer not only has great physical speed and skills but also strong mental skills to be able to observe subtle cues from the opponent determine the intention and decide on the strategy to defend the attack from the opponent at the same time attack the opponent effectively. Here s a quick run through.

Basic eye hand foot work basic distance control basic fencing fencing with electrical. You will be introduced to the basic of footwork and blade skills to prepare them for bouting an opponent.